EVALUATION OF JUNIPER (Juniperus communis L.) AND CEDAR (Cedrus libani A. Rich.) EXTRACTS IN THE FRAGRANCE INDUSTRY

Kesmen Z.

FRESENIUS ENVIRONMENTAL BULLETIN, vol.34, no.02-03, pp.124-130, 2025 (Peer-Reviewed Journal)

  • Publication Type: Article / Review
  • Volume: 34 Issue: 02-03
  • Publication Date: 2025
  • Journal Name: FRESENIUS ENVIRONMENTAL BULLETIN
  • Journal Indexes: Aerospace Database, Aqualine, Aquatic Science & Fisheries Abstracts (ASFA), CAB Abstracts, Chemical Abstracts Core, Communication Abstracts, Environment Index, Greenfile, Metadex, Pollution Abstracts, Veterinary Science Database, Civil Engineering Abstracts
  • Page Numbers: pp.124-130
  • Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa Affiliated: No

Abstract

Fragrances have been used for various purposes in all civilizations from past to present. The history of perfume, which is an indispensable product of our daily lives, dates back to 4000 BC. Fragrance chemistry also developed with the discovery of organic synthesis in the 19th century. Juniper extracts and oil are used as a flavoring ingredient in food and beverages. In manufacturing, juniper oil is used as a scenting agent in soaps and cosmetics. People use juniper berries in making medicines. Medical preparations include juniper berry extracts and juniper berry essential oil. Today, large amounts of cedar wood oil are used in perfumery, soap scenting, technical preparations, room sprays, disinfectants and other related products, especially in India. Wood extractives include compounds of wood that can be dissolved in neutral solvents such as petroleum ether, diethyl ether, dichloromethane, acetone, methanol and water.